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Is Arizona actually happy? How it ranked in new study

Is Arizona actually happy? How it ranked in new study

A new report ranked U.S. states using metrics tied to emotional and physical well-being, work environment, financial security and community life.

Urban Outfitters Opens New Location at The Woodlands Mall

Urban Outfitters Opens New Location at The Woodlands Mall

Urban Outfitters Opens New Location at The Woodlands Mall

Kaitlyn Chen makes five 3-pointers on the way to 17 points off the bench, Valkyries beat Fire 82-66

Kaitlyn Chen makes five 3-pointers on the way to 17 points off the bench, Valkyries beat Fire 82-66

Kaitlyn Chen scored 17 points off the bench, Laeticia Amihere also scored 17, and the Golden State Valkyries returned from the break for the World Cup and beat the Portland Fire 82-66 for their fifth straight victory

Sami Miró Launches 'The Róse' Brand Exclusively with Pacsun, Emphasizing Accessible Circular Fashion

Sami Miró Launches 'The Róse' Brand Exclusively with Pacsun, Emphasizing Accessible Circular Fashion

Amazon Fresh Expands with 40th Store Opening in Thousand Oaks, California

Amazon Fresh Expands with 40th Store Opening in Thousand Oaks, California

Amazon Fresh Expands with 40th Store Opening in Thousand Oaks, California

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Offers Condolences to Obama Family on Loss of Dog Sunny

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Offers Condolences to Obama Family on Loss of Dog Sunny

Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama announced the passing of their family dog, Sunny, at the age of 13. Sunny, a Portuguese Water Dog, joined the Obama family in August 2013 during President Obama's second term in the White House. The Obamas shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, describing Sunny as a 'force of nature' and a source of comfort. Following their announcement, many individuals, including Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, expressed their condolences. Governor Walz commented on the difficulty of losing a pet, acknowledging the profound impact Sunny had on the Obama family and the public.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. Launches Modern Rural Collective to Redefine Rural America's Image

Land O'Lakes, Inc. Launches Modern Rural Collective to Redefine Rural America's Image

Land O'Lakes, Inc., a farmer- and ag retailer-owned cooperative founded in 1921 and based in Arden Hills, Minnesota, has initiated the 'Modern Rural Collective' in 2024. This initiative aims to challenge and reshape the often-stereotypical portrayal of rural America in media and popular culture. According to research by Getty Images, only 5% of visual images are set in rural areas, and a YouGov survey indicates that two-thirds of rural Americans feel stereotyped by Hollywood. Mickey Nelson, Director of Brand Strategy, Insights and Analytics at Land O'Lakes, noted that rural America is frequently either overly romanticized or oversimplified, failing to reflect the true experiences of its residents. The Modern Rural Collective brings together storytellers, marketers, creators, and brands dedicated to fostering a more nuanced and authentic representation of rural life. Heather Malenshek, Chief Marketing Officer at Land O'Lakes, emphasized that the initiative seeks to move beyond tired clichés and elevate stor...

Jessie Diggins Transitions from Olympic Skiing to Ultramarathon Trail Running, Conquering Superior 100

Jessie Diggins Transitions from Olympic Skiing to Ultramarathon Trail Running, Conquering Superior 100

Jessie Diggins Transitions from Olympic Skiing to Ultramarathon Trail Running, Conquering Superior 100

Minneapolis Police Chief Search Advances as Candidate Review Begins

Minneapolis Police Chief Search Advances as Candidate Review Begins

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has launched a national search for a new police chief following the resignation of former Chief Brian O'Hara in May. The search process involves several stages, including community engagement sessions held across all five precincts of the city. These sessions aim to gather feedback from residents regarding their expectations for the new police chief. A nationally recognized firm has been enlisted to assist with the search. The process will also include interviews with community members and law enforcement professionals, who will then present a group of finalists to Mayor Frey. The mayor will conduct direct interviews with these finalists before making a nomination, which will then require confirmation by the city council. More than a dozen applications have already been received from candidates both within and outside Minnesota. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is slated to conduct an extensive background check on the final candidate to ensure their suitability for...

Over 2,300 Non-Citizens Arrested During ICE's Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota Were Deported or Left Country

Over 2,300 Non-Citizens Arrested During ICE's Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota Were Deported or Left Country

Newly updated data reveals that more than 2,300 non-citizens arrested in Minnesota during U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Operation Metro Surge were either deported or left the country. This information, obtained by the Deportation Data Project and analyzed by MPR News and APM Reports, indicates that 2,102 individuals who were detained were subsequently deported. An additional 282 non-citizens left the country, though detention data for them was not listed. The analysis also found that the operation involved over 3,700 arrests in Minnesota, with a majority of those arrested having no prior criminal record. This updated figure is higher than the approximately 1,700 deportations reported in April, as some cases were still active in immigration court at that time.

CHS Cooperative Breaks Ground on $700 Million Soybean Crushing Facility in Evansville, Wisconsin

CHS Cooperative Breaks Ground on $700 Million Soybean Crushing Facility in Evansville, Wisconsin

CHS Cooperative Breaks Ground on $700 Million Soybean Crushing Facility in Evansville, Wisconsin

U.S. House Passes Water Resources Development Act Including Rep. Omar's Language for Mississippi River Stability

U.S. House Passes Water Resources Development Act Including Rep. Omar's Language for Mississippi River Stability

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), which incorporates language introduced by Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN). This specific language aims to safeguard the future of the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and clarify the ownership and maintenance responsibilities for a critical piece of infrastructure beneath the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. The legislation grants authority to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to undertake water resources development projects and studies, focusing on improvements to the nation's ports, inland waterways, locks, dams, flood protection, ecosystem restoration, and other water resources infrastructure. Representative Omar expressed her satisfaction, noting that this passage addresses long-standing concerns from the City of Minneapolis, Hennepin County, and the State of Minnesota regarding the stability of the river at the heart of the Twin Cities. The inclusion of her language is seen as a step towards protecting a his...